Recently out of nowhere, my p1p’s prints are missing entire layers, resulting in ugly gaps and weak prints. Whenever this happens, there is a loud snapping or clicking noise. It sounds like plastic breaking. Here is a picture of a recent print.
It only seems to happen for a layer, then resumes to normal. I have already checked all of the components in the extruder, and they seem to be functioning and moving smoothly. I believe it is a problem with the hotend, as it has not been replaced in about 500 hrs of print time, and is showing some signs of wear. I would like to make sure that the hotend is the problem before spending $35
Thanks in advance